Joliet Catholic Academy
Tel:
(815) 741-0500
- Joliet Catholic is a Roman Catholic college preparatory high school sponsored by the Carmelites and Joliet Franciscans to prepare young people for college and for life.
- JCA has educated thousands of young adults in Joliet and its surrounding communities for over a century.
- The Carmelites have been at JCA since 1933, and the Joliet Franciscans since 1869.
- Academic excellence is one of the hallmarks of Joliet Catholic Academy, and students are well prepared to attend the college of their choice after moving through JCA's educational program.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 676 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Joliet Catholic Academy places among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) |
Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
Grades Offered | Grades 9-12 |
Student Body
Total Students | 676 students |
Student Body Type | Co-ed |
% Students of Color | 15% State avg.: 31% |
Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers | 56 teachers |
Student : Teacher Ratio | 12:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
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